VIRGINIA PMU DPOR EXAM STUDY GUIDE & TEST BANK
2025/2026 EDITION | VERIFIED QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
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Core Domains
Virginia DPOR Laws and Licensing Regulations
Skin Anatomy and Physiology
Sanitation and Infection Control
Color Theory and Pigment Selection
Equipment Use and Safety
Client Consultation and Contraindications
PMU Procedures (Eyebrows, Eyeliner, Lips)
Professional Ethics and Responsibilities
Bloodborne Pathogens and OSHA Standards
Business Practices and Marketing
Introduction
This comprehensive examination assesses the knowledge, skills, and
regulatory understanding required of candidates preparing for the
Virginia Permanent Makeup (PMU) DPOR licensing examination.
The assessment evaluates proficiency in Virginia state laws and
licensing regulations, skin anatomy and physiology, sanitation and
infection control, color theory, equipment safety, and client
consultation. Items are presented in multiple-choice and scenario-
based formats designed to simulate the actual examination
environment. Emphasis is placed on bloodborne pathogen
prevention, proper pigment placement, informed consent, and
compliance with DPOR regulations. The examination challenges
candidates to integrate technical expertise, safety standards, and
professional ethics to deliver safe and effective permanent makeup
services.
Section One: Questions 1–100
,1. Which agency regulates the licensing of Permanent Makeup
(PMU) practitioners in Virginia?
A. Virginia Department of Health (VDH)
B. Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
(DPOR)
C. OSHA
D. CDC
🟢 B. Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
(DPOR)
🔴 RATIONALE: Permanent Makeup and Cosmetic Tattooing
licensure in Virginia is regulated under the DPOR Board for
Barbers and Cosmetology. VDH, OSHA, and CDC provide
guidance but are not licensing authorities.
2. What is the minimum age to receive a permanent makeup
procedure in Virginia without parental consent?
A. 16
B. 18
C. 21
D. No minimum age
🟢 B. 18
🔴 RATIONALE: Virginia law (18 VAC 41-70-10) prohibits
performing tattooing or permanent makeup on anyone under 18
years of age, regardless of parental consent. There are no
exceptions for parental consent for minors.
3. A Virginia PMU license must be renewed every:
A. 1 year
B. 2 years
,C. 3 years
D. 5 years
🟢 B. 2 years
🔴 RATIONALE: Virginia tattooer and permanent cosmetic
licenses must be renewed every 2 years. Continuing education
may be required as part of the renewal process per DPOR
regulations.
4. Which of the following is required to obtain a Virginia PMU
license?
A. Completion of a DPOR-approved training program and passing
the examination
B. Only a high school diploma
C. A medical degree
D. An esthetics license only
🟢 A. Completion of a DPOR-approved training program and
passing the examination
🔴 RATIONALE: Applicants must complete a DPOR-approved
training program covering bloodborne pathogens, infection
control, technique, and Virginia regulations, and pass the required
examination. An esthetics license alone does not authorize
permanent makeup.
5. The Virginia PMU establishment license must be:
A. Displayed in a conspicuous place visible to the public
B. Kept in a file drawer
C. Not required
D. Displayed only when requested
🟢 A. Displayed in a conspicuous place visible to the public
, 🔴 RATIONALE: Establishment licenses must be prominently
displayed so clients can verify that the facility is properly licensed.
The individual practitioner license must also be displayed.
6. According to Virginia regulations, how long must client records
be retained?
A. 1 year
B. 2 years
C. 5 years
D. 10 years
🟢 C. 5 years
🔴 RATIONALE: Schools and practitioners are required to keep
school and client records for 5 years. Check the current 18 VAC 41
for the exact retention period.
7. A person currently licensed as a permanent cosmetic tattooer
in another state may be issued a Virginia license through:
A. Reciprocity
B. License by endorsement
C. Grandfathering
D. Provisional license
🟢 B. License by endorsement
🔴 RATIONALE: This regulation falls under 18 VAC 41-50-30
License by endorsement. Any person licensed in another
jurisdiction who has completed equivalent training and
examination may be issued a license.
8. If a person does not pass the reexamination within one year of
the initial examination date, they must:
2025/2026 EDITION | VERIFIED QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A | INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF.
Core Domains
Virginia DPOR Laws and Licensing Regulations
Skin Anatomy and Physiology
Sanitation and Infection Control
Color Theory and Pigment Selection
Equipment Use and Safety
Client Consultation and Contraindications
PMU Procedures (Eyebrows, Eyeliner, Lips)
Professional Ethics and Responsibilities
Bloodborne Pathogens and OSHA Standards
Business Practices and Marketing
Introduction
This comprehensive examination assesses the knowledge, skills, and
regulatory understanding required of candidates preparing for the
Virginia Permanent Makeup (PMU) DPOR licensing examination.
The assessment evaluates proficiency in Virginia state laws and
licensing regulations, skin anatomy and physiology, sanitation and
infection control, color theory, equipment safety, and client
consultation. Items are presented in multiple-choice and scenario-
based formats designed to simulate the actual examination
environment. Emphasis is placed on bloodborne pathogen
prevention, proper pigment placement, informed consent, and
compliance with DPOR regulations. The examination challenges
candidates to integrate technical expertise, safety standards, and
professional ethics to deliver safe and effective permanent makeup
services.
Section One: Questions 1–100
,1. Which agency regulates the licensing of Permanent Makeup
(PMU) practitioners in Virginia?
A. Virginia Department of Health (VDH)
B. Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
(DPOR)
C. OSHA
D. CDC
🟢 B. Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
(DPOR)
🔴 RATIONALE: Permanent Makeup and Cosmetic Tattooing
licensure in Virginia is regulated under the DPOR Board for
Barbers and Cosmetology. VDH, OSHA, and CDC provide
guidance but are not licensing authorities.
2. What is the minimum age to receive a permanent makeup
procedure in Virginia without parental consent?
A. 16
B. 18
C. 21
D. No minimum age
🟢 B. 18
🔴 RATIONALE: Virginia law (18 VAC 41-70-10) prohibits
performing tattooing or permanent makeup on anyone under 18
years of age, regardless of parental consent. There are no
exceptions for parental consent for minors.
3. A Virginia PMU license must be renewed every:
A. 1 year
B. 2 years
,C. 3 years
D. 5 years
🟢 B. 2 years
🔴 RATIONALE: Virginia tattooer and permanent cosmetic
licenses must be renewed every 2 years. Continuing education
may be required as part of the renewal process per DPOR
regulations.
4. Which of the following is required to obtain a Virginia PMU
license?
A. Completion of a DPOR-approved training program and passing
the examination
B. Only a high school diploma
C. A medical degree
D. An esthetics license only
🟢 A. Completion of a DPOR-approved training program and
passing the examination
🔴 RATIONALE: Applicants must complete a DPOR-approved
training program covering bloodborne pathogens, infection
control, technique, and Virginia regulations, and pass the required
examination. An esthetics license alone does not authorize
permanent makeup.
5. The Virginia PMU establishment license must be:
A. Displayed in a conspicuous place visible to the public
B. Kept in a file drawer
C. Not required
D. Displayed only when requested
🟢 A. Displayed in a conspicuous place visible to the public
, 🔴 RATIONALE: Establishment licenses must be prominently
displayed so clients can verify that the facility is properly licensed.
The individual practitioner license must also be displayed.
6. According to Virginia regulations, how long must client records
be retained?
A. 1 year
B. 2 years
C. 5 years
D. 10 years
🟢 C. 5 years
🔴 RATIONALE: Schools and practitioners are required to keep
school and client records for 5 years. Check the current 18 VAC 41
for the exact retention period.
7. A person currently licensed as a permanent cosmetic tattooer
in another state may be issued a Virginia license through:
A. Reciprocity
B. License by endorsement
C. Grandfathering
D. Provisional license
🟢 B. License by endorsement
🔴 RATIONALE: This regulation falls under 18 VAC 41-50-30
License by endorsement. Any person licensed in another
jurisdiction who has completed equivalent training and
examination may be issued a license.
8. If a person does not pass the reexamination within one year of
the initial examination date, they must:
